How to cook nuggets in aerogril Xiaomi: a step-by-step recipe with photos and secrets

Xiaomi Airgril has long ceased to be just a kitchen gadget — a real assistant for those who appreciate delicious food without unnecessary hassle. Nuggets made in it, get juicy inside and crispy outside, while not requiring liters of oil and watches at the stove. But how to achieve the perfect result, avoiding dryness or, conversely, undercooked? In this article — proven life hacks, accurate settings for different models of the Mi Air Fryer and answers to frequent questions.

Many people mistakenly think that air grills are only suitable for defrosting or heating, but in fact, you can cook full meals, including everyone's favorite nuggets - faster than in the oven, and healthier than in deep fries, the main thing is to choose the right temperature, time and take into account the nuances of breading. We tested the recipe on three Xiaomi models (3.5L, 5.5L and Pro, and are willing to share results.

If you've never cooked in an air grill or you're in doubt about your choice of model, don't worry. FAQ-A block of answers to the most popular questions, including compatibility with other brands (e.g. Redmond or Philips!

Which nuggets are better to choose: shop or homemade?

It depends on your goals. Finished products (e.g. McDonald's or Miratorg) save time, but often contain unnecessary additives and preservatives, and the result is predictable: the manufacturer has already taken care of breading and impregnation, but the taste and texture of such nuggets is much inferior to homemade.

Homemade nuggets require more effort, but it’s worth it:

• 🍗 Ingredient control: You choose the meat (chicken breast, thigh or turkey), spices and type of breading.
• 💰 Savings: the cost of 1 kg of home nuggets is 2-3 times lower than the store.
• 👌 Texture: the correct panning in the aerogril gives a crunch comparable to the restaurant.

If you're limited in time, you can compromise by buying chilled nuggets without glazes (like Cherkizovo) and adding them yourself, so you get a golden mean between convenience and quality.

Ingredient Preparation: What You Need for the Perfect Nuggets

For a classic recipe, you will need:

• 🍗 Meat: 500 d chicken breast or thigh (hip juicier but fatter). 3×4 centimeter.
• 🥚 Panning: 100g flour (can be replaced with cornstarch for crunch); 1 egg (or 50ml milk for vegan version); 150g breaded sukhari (better to take fine grinding).
• 🧂 Spices: salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder (to taste). For sharpness, a pinch of cayenne pepper.
• 🛢️ Oil: 1 tbsp vegetable (for spraying baskets and nuggets).

The secret to juiciness: Before breading, soak the meat in cold water with 1 tbsp of salt for 15 minutes. This will help keep the moisture inside. Then drench it with a paper towel - the excess liquid will spoil the crust crunch.

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Add to breadcrumbs 1 tbsp. l. grated parmesan - this will give the nuggets a rich taste and golden tint.

For the vegetarian version, replace the meat with:

• 🧀 Tofu (pre-frozen and squeezed).
• 🍄 Champignons or oysters (whole hats).
• 🥔 Potatoes (sliced in bars, as for "fries»).

Step-by-step: how to prepare nuggets in aerogrilla Xiaomi

The algorithm is the same for all Mi Air Fryer models, but the time and temperature may vary slightly. Below is a universal recipe with adjustments for specific devices.

Step 1. Panning:

1. Tap the meat in the flour, shake off the excess.
2. Dip in a whipped egg (or milk).
3. Then, put them in the slack, and they will be better.
4. Put the nuggets on the bar and put them in the refrigerator for 10 minutes – this will help the breadboard “grab”.

Step 2. Air grill settings:

Step 3: Preparation

1. Slightly spray the aerogril basket with oil (use a spray).
2. Put the nuggets in one layer without touching each other.
3. Cook according to the table above, turning over half the time.
4. Check readiness: the meat must be white inside (temperature not lower than 75).°C).

Critical error: don't use foil or parchment without holes! This disrupts the circulation of hot air, and the nuggets will turn raw on top and burnt on bottom. If you're afraid that the breadboard will stick, take a perforated silicone baking mat.

Secrets of the perfect crust: 5 life hacks from the chef

Even if you keep track of the time and temperature, the nuggets may not be as crispy as you'd like. Here are professional tricks for the restaurant result:

1. Double pan: After the first layer of crackers, dip the nuggets back into the egg and re-plain the crust in the crust, which will increase the thickness of the crust by 30%.
2. Starch instead of flour: Replace wheat flour with corn or potato starch - they give a crisper texture.
3. Cold start: before the hot one, hold the breaded nuggets in the freezer for 15 minutes. A sharp temperature drop will make the crust denser.
4. Oil spray: 2 minutes before the end of cooking, spray the nuggets with spray oil - this will give shine and crunch.
5. Breaded soda: add ½ Tsp. baking soda in cracks - it will increase caramelization.

If you are cooking vegetarian nuggets, increase the time by 2-3 minutes, as plant ingredients contain more moisture. For tofu, remove the excess liquid by wrapping it in a paper towel and putting it under the press for 30 minutes.

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The most crisp result is a combination of corn starch in flour and double-panned with cooling before frying.

Nuggets sauces: 3 recipes in 5 minutes

Without sauce, even the most perfect nuggets lose half their flavor, and we offer simple recipes that can be made while the main course is being prepared:

• 🍯 Honey mustard: 2 tbsp honey 1 tbsp Dijon mustard 1 tsp lemon juice A pinch of salt Mix ingredients to uniformity Suitable for chicken and potato nuggets.
• 🌶️ Sharp garlic: 3 tbsp mayonnaise 1 clove of garlic (pressed) ½ Tsp Tabasco sauce 1 tsp honey Insist 10 minutes before serving.
• 🥑 Avocado-lemon: ½ ripe avocado 2 tbsp yogurt Juice ½ Salt, peppers, beat a blender, perfect for vegetarian nuggets.

For baby nuggets, replace the hot sauces with ketchup with 1 tsp of orange juice – this will reduce acidity and add freshness.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Even experienced air grill users sometimes face problems, and here are the most common mistakes and ways to solve them:

⚠️ Attention: If nuggets stick to the basket, don't try to cut them off with a knife! This will damage the non-stick coating. Instead: Soak the basket in warm water with soda for 10 minutes. Use a wooden spatula.

Another common mistake is using metal to flip, which scratches the basket and can lead to rust, and always use silicone or wooden blades.

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If the nuggets are pale, increase the temperature by 5.°C and cook for another 2-3 minutes, but make sure they don't burn!

How to store and heat nuggets

Freshly prepared nuggets are best eaten right away, but if you need to prepare for the future, follow these rules:

• 🧊 Refrigerated storage: fold the chilled nuggets into a container with a lid. Stored for up to 3 days.
• ❄️ Freeze: Spread the nuggets on a tray, freeze for 1 hour (so they don't stick together). Put them in a zip-zip-zip-zip-zip-zip-zip-zip-zip-zip-zip-zip-zip-zip-zip-zip-zip-zip-zip-zip-z. Shelf life: up to 1 month.

Warming up in Xiaomi's air grill:

• 🍗 From the fridge: 180°C, 4-5 minutes (turn over 2 minutes before the end).
• ❄️ From the freezer: 160°C, 8-10 minutes (do not defrost beforehand!).

⚠️ Warning: Never heat nuggets in the microwave - they will become rubber! an aerogril or oven will keep the crisp crust.

To return the crunch after heating, spray the nuggets with water from the spray gun and put in the aerogrill for 1-2 minutes at 200°C. The steam will temporarily soften the crust, and then it will become crispy again.

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